This course examines humans as biological organisms from an evolutionary
perspective. Areas covered include concepts, methods, findings, and issues
in the study of the order primates, including relationships between fossil
monkeys, apes and humans, and the significance of genetic diversity between
modern populations. CAN ANTH 2 (Prerequisites:
Level 1 reading, level 1 writing classification recommended) Formerly ANTH
C1a.
Course Details
Course Name & Number: ANTH 121
CRN: 50003
Course Title: Physical Anthropology
Instructor: Patricia L. Frasier
Units:
3
Class Meets: June 9 - August 1
Term: Summer 2008
Textbook:
William A. Haviland, Dana Walrath, Harald E. L. Prins, Bunny McBride, "Evolution and Prehistory -- The Human Challenge", 8th edition, Wadsworth. [Fall 2007 book. Subject to change. Please see Book Nook booklist when it comes out.]
Estimated Time per Week: a minimum of 9 hours per week.
Skill
Level: Level 1 reading.
Special
Requirements: Should have taken INST C051 - Becoming a Successful Online Student. Must be able to use computer and surf the web. Should have access to a computer with sufficient resources to take an online class.
Assignments & Tests: There are three exams, and you must take them all. There are three graded discussion and an ungraded "Introduct Yourself" discussion. Exams are 75% of your grade and the discussions are 25% of your grade.
Proctored Exams:
No
Additional Comments: The above information pertains to summer session only.
Disclaimer: The book prices are an approximation only and are subject
to change.